Had your flu shot yet?

It’s not too late. And there are still good reasons to get one.

Although flu peaks between December and February most years, it can last as late as May.Influenzais a serious viral disease that can lead to hospitalization and 80,000 deaths last year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Flu shots are widely available, check this HealthMap Vaccine Finder to search by ZIP code below for locations offering vaccine near you. Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health’sImmunization Clinicalso has low-cost flu vaccine available for anyone age six months or older who are uninsured or whose insurance doesn’t cover vaccine. Public Health offers flu shots by appointment only, call651-266-1234for more information.

Flu viruses are spread by droplets when people infected with the flu cough, sneeze or talk. Flu also is spread by touching a surface or object that has flu viruses on it. The best way toprevent seasonal flu is to get a seasonal flu shot every year and practice good health habits:

Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan Public Comment Period

A 30-day public comment period is now open for the preferred draft development plan of the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan Amendment. The draft concept is a result of the public engagement process including five public meetings, two online surveys, engagement with local agencies and user groups, and other comments received. The preferred draft plan will be available for a period of 30 days to gather additional input and feedback. The 30-day public comment period will end January 11, 2019.

Public comment period now open for updated multi-hazard mitigation plan

Now until Jan. 11, 2019 residents are invited to review and submit feedback on Ramsey County's updated multi-hazard mitigation plan.

The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires local governments to update their plan every five years to remain eligible for federal diaster preparedness and relief grants.

Following the public comment period, the draft will be submitted to the state of Minnesota and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.